Michigan's Deputy Director of Agriculture and Rural Development, Kathy Angerer, recently joined the 15,000 Scoop Challenge in Grand Rapids. The challenge, hosted by Moose Tracks, County Fresh, and Kids' Food Basket, aims to raise $15,000 in just four hours to support Kids' Food Basket.
During the challenge, for every scoop of Moose Tracks Ice Cream eaten, Moose Tracks donates $1 to Kids' Food Basket. The event not only celebrates Michigan's strong dairy industry but also highlights how food and agriculture can bring communities together for a worthy cause.
The 15,000 Scoop Challenge was made possible by Country Fresh, who generously donated all the ice cream distributed to families, local businesspeople, and members of the Grand Rapids community.
Kids' Food Basket is dedicated to achieving a hunger-free West Michigan by providing nourishing meals to children in need. Over the years, the organization has grown to serve thousands of children and families across four counties in West Michigan, thanks to support from various community partners.
Michigan's commitment to food security is evident in Governor Whitmer's budget, which includes $160 million for free breakfast and lunch for all kids, along with the forgiveness of school meal debt. The upcoming budget also allocates $1 million to Kids' Food Basket to address food insecurities.
Through ice cream and community support, the 15,000 Scoop Challenge contributes to a healthier and more nourished future for children in Michigan.
Photo Credit: Kids’ Food Basket
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